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A new report suggests Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will release in Q3 2025.
The title previously had no release window, just a rough 2025 launch.
Wuchang is a highly-anticipated title and has over 95,000 Steam followers already.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is one of the most-anticipated souls-like releases of this year. Despite confirming a 2025 release, the developers never came out with an exact release window, but we might finally have a clue thanks to their new financial statement.
According to the report Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is set to release somewhere in Q3 2025, through which 505 Games and Digital Bros. are expecting a boost in revenue.
Why it matters: The title is heavily inspired by Ninja Gaiden and Dark Souls. Also, the trailers have truly stunned, making it a hyped affair among the fans of souls-like games.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers to release in Q3 2025, according to financial report
The financial statement reveals that the studio expects its revenue to increase in Q1 of the next fiscal year which begins from July 1 and ends on September 31. This is the period when they plan to release Wuchang: Fallen Feathers.
Moreover, the title has already attracted over 95,000 followers on Steam and it doesn’t even have a release date yet. This and the positive reception from the previews combined suggest that the game will be a big hit for the studio.
Wuchang is highly-anticipated by fans of the souls-like genre
It was also revealed last month that the title has now been upgraded to Unreal Engine 5. So, we can expect much better graphics, but it could still come with all the unwanted stuff that this engine brings.
What are your thoughts on Wuchang: Fallen Feathers releasing in Q3 2025? What do you think about the title? Let us know your opinions in the comments or join the discussion at the official Tech4Gamers Forum.
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Split Fiction from the creators of It Takes Two could be our first strong GOTY contender.
The title has released to an extremely positive reception and around 200K players.
The game director hopes to win the award again but knows there will be competition.
Just three months into 2025, we might already have one of the strongest contenders for the Game of the Year Award. It Takes Two, and A Way Out studio just came out with Split Fiction, and it is getting universal acclamation from fans and critics.
The game released yesterday to ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ reviews and around 200K concurrent players on Steam, cementing its place as a strong nominee for the GOTY award this year.
Why it matters: Hazelight Studios already won the prestigious award back in 2021 with It Takes Two, and now it has continued the tradition of great releases with Split Fiction.
Split Fiction has become a huge hit just 2 days after its launch
Split Fiction became the first EA title in 13 years to score 90+ on Metacritic marking a huge achievement. Moreover, all the critic and user reviews are almost perfect. Even the game director showed his intent to win the GOTY award again.
Josef Fares said it’ll be great if they can win the award with Split Fiction as well, but he knows it will be really difficult if GTA 6 comes out in 2025. Nonetheless, many other great games are planned for this year too.
The title could be the first solid GOTY contender of 2025
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 was also a solid release, in addition, Death Stranding 2 also comes out this year. While highly controversial, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is also set to launch soon, and the early impressions are all very positive.
Anyhow, with Q1 2025 already delivering great titles, we can’t wait to experience the rest of the releases. Hazelight Studios has done a great job with Split Fiction even keeping alive the thrill of couch co-op games.
What are your thoughts on Split Fiction winning the GOTY? Do you think it deserves the title? Let us know your opinions in the comments or join the discussion at the official Tech4Gamers Forum.
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✅ Well-optimized drivers for most games
✅ Better power efficiency
❌ More expensive
Key Takeaways
In eight games tested, the RTX 5070 was 19.3% better than the RTX 4070 at 1440p. In all three of the productivity software, the RTX 5070 showed a 16.4% boost over the RTX 4070.
With a lower TDP, the RTX 4070 was 13% more power-efficient in terms of gaming. Additionally, it showed a 30.4% better efficiency when ray tracing was enabled.
Online retailers have started to put price tags on the RTX 5070 and it is presently around $303 more cheaper than the RTX 4070. We do expect an increase in the price of the RTX 5070, which could close this gap fully.
We recommend you get the RTX 5070 if only its price increases to a point where it’s comparable to that of the RTX 4070. If it exceeds way higher than that, then it is better to cherish the RTX 4070.
Process Nodes: Despite a two-year gap, the RTX 5070 comes with the same process node size that the RTX 4070 uses, which is TMSC’s 5nm.
Clock Speeds: The RTX 5070 boasts a base and boost clock speeds of 2325 MHz and 2512 MHz, respectively. In contrast, the RTX 4070 comes with a base clock of 1920 MHz that can be boosted up to 2475 MHz.
VRAM: While both graphic cards share the same 12GB of memory, the RTX 5070 comes with a GDDR7 compared to the RTX 4070’s GDDR6X. Both GPUs also share the same bus width of 192-bit.
TDP: Both GPUs have slightly different TDP, where the RTX 4070 comes with a 200W of TDP, the RTX 5070 has a TDP rating of 250W.
Supported Technologies: The RTX 5070 comes with DLSS 4, PCIe gen 5, and AI-driven features. On the other hand, the RTX 4070 comes with DLSS 3, PCIe gen 4 and lacks AI-based features.
The recently-released RTX 5070 has garnered quite a lot of criticism because Nvidia has made absurdly high claims about it. Since Nvidia has particularly praised its price, in this RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 article, we’ll be comparing RTX 5070 with its predecessor to see if it is worth its price or if it is only a marketing gimmick.
Gaming Benchmarks – 1440p
Now you have an idea of what these two cards offer, based on their specifications. But, to see how they perform in real time, it is important to conduct benchmark tests. We’ve decided to keep some variables constant, which includes keeping the resolution at 1440p and settings at the highest for each game.
In the first game, the RTX 5070 had set our expectations high as it averaged 78 FPS which was 13.7% higher compared to the RTX 4070’s average of 68 FPS.
The 1% lows were also 14.4% higher on the RTX 5070 as it averaged 52 FPS. In contrast, the RTX 4070’s frames dropped to 45 FPS.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Heart Of Chornobyl @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
Here, we saw that the RTX 5070 was 18.9% better than its rival as it averaged 52 FPS. On the other hand, the RTX 4070 performed with an average of 43 FPS.
In terms of the 1% lows, the RTX 5070 displayed 16.2% better frames at minimum as it averaged 40 FPS over the RTX 4070’s 34 FPS.
Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
In Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 5070 displayed a 19% lead as it obtained an average of 98 FPS which was higher than the RTX 4070’s 81 FPS.
As for the 1% lows, we saw a 16.4% margin obtained by the RTX 5070. Both the RTX 5070 and the RTX 4070 averaged 79 FPS and 67 FPS, respectively.
Hogwarts Legacy
Hogwarts Legacy @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
With an average of 119 FPS, the RTX 5070 pushed too much and achieved a staggering 35.6% lead over the RTX 4070’s average of 83 FPS.
The 1% lows were also in favor of the RTX 5070 which surpassed the 60 FPS mark, averaging 66 FPS. Whereas the RTX 4070 was 21.8% behind with its average of 53 FPS.
The Last Of Us Part 1
The Last Of Us Part 1 @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
Here, we noticed that the RTX 5070 performed with 90 FPS on average. This was 13% higher than the RTX 4070, which averaged 79 FPS.
As for the 1% lows, the RTX 5070 displayed 16.2% better minimum frames by averaging 80 FPS over the RTX 4070’s 68 FPS.
Starfield
Starfield @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
With a 10.9% lead, the margin obtained by the RTX 5070 was relatively lower but still higher than the RTX 4070. Here, both GPUs achieved an average of 68 FPS and 61 FPS, respectively.
Regarding the 1% lows, the RTX 5070 was the better performer with its average of 58 FPS and it showcased a 9% lead over the RTX 4070, which obtained an average of 53 FPS.
Metro Exodus (Ray-tracing)
Metro Exodus (Ray-tracing) @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
In the first ray-tracing game, the RTX 5070 obtained an average of 102 FPS and displayed a 25.4% edge over the RTX 4070, which averaged 79 FPS. This shows RTX 5070’s ray tracing abilities in this game.
The 1% lows also favored the RTX 5070 as it excelled with 89 FPS, on average. On the contrary, the RTX 4070 performed with 67 FPS, which was 28.2% behind its rival.
Cyberpunk 2077 (Ray-Tracing)
Cyberpunk 2077 (Ray Tracing) @1440p (Image By Tech4Gamers)
Results on Cyberpunk 2077 with ray-tracing had been shocking to us. Here, the RTX 5070 averaged 58 FPS while the RTX 4070 averaged 54 FPS, resulting in a 7.1% margin.
Speaking of the 1% lows, the RTX 5070 performed with an average of 48 FPS which was 6.5% better than the RTX 4070’s average of 45 FPS.
Productivity Benchmarks
This section holds importance because, apart from gaming performance, you get to know the computing performance of these graphic cards.
3DMark Time Spy Graphics
3DMark Time Spy Graphics (Image By Tech4Gamers)
With an edge of 21.3%, the RTX 5070 scored 22,096 points which was higher than the RTX 4070’s score of 17,837 points on the 3DMark Time Spy Graphics test.
LuxMark v2.0 Sala GPU
LuxMark v2.0 Sala GPU (Image By Tech4Gamers)
In the LuxMark Sala GPU test, the RTX 5070 was yet again better performing with its 20,500 points. The RTX 4070 was 32.3% behind with its 14,797 points.
ComputeMark v2.1 Result
ComputeMark v2.1 Result (Image By Tech4Gamers)
Finally, on the ComputeMark test, the RTX 5070 displayed only a 7.8% difference as it scored 45,944 points compared to the RTX 4070, which scored 42,491 points.
Overall Gaming Performance
Graphic Cards
RTX 5070
RTX 4070
Average FPS
📈83.1
📈68.5
1% Lows
📉64
📉54
Productivity (Rating)
✏️7/10
✏️5.9/10
Winner: RTX 5070
Average Framerate
In eight of the tested games, the RTX 5070 proved to be the clear winner. The RTX 5070 was specifically 19.3% better performing than the RTX 4070 at 1440p. Surprisingly, the RTX 4070 wasn’t bad per se because both cards pushed over 60 FPS in all games except for two.
1% Lows
With a slightly lower margin, the RTX 5070 came out to the top in terms of the 1% lows as well. We calculated that the RTX 5070 was 16.9% better than the RTX 4070 regarding the minimum average framerates.
Productivity
In all three of the productivity software, the RTX 5070 showed 16.4% better performance than the RTX 4070, on average. Apart from gaming, the RTX 5070 performed quite well under productivity workloads as well.
Power Consumption
Power Consumption
RTX 5070
RTX 4070
Idle
12⚡
9⚡
Gaming
229⚡
201⚡
Ray Tracing
254⚡
187⚡
Maximum
257⚡
197⚡
Winner: RTX 4070
In terms of power consumption, the RTX 4070 secured the winning position. In particular, the RTX 4070 was 13% more power-efficient than the RTX 5070 in terms of gaming. With ray-tracing enabled, the RTX 4070 displayed a 30.4% efficiency when compared to its successor.
Price And Availability
GPU
RTX 5070
RTX 4070
Price Difference
Launch MSRP
💲549
💲599
8.7%
Current Price
💲664
💲967
37.2%
In only a few days, the RTX 5070’s price has hiked and it is currently 37.2%cheaper than the RTX 4070. But, its price will increase even further and it could overtake the price of the RTX 4070 as well. Note that we’ve taken averages from 15 variants, and prices for a few cards are already a bit on the higher side for each card.
Final Verdict—What We Recommend?
RTX 4070: With the performance it has shown, the RTX 4070 is a great 1440p card. Apart from a few games, it can easily run games over 60 FPS in this resolution. Unlike most cards, its price hasn’t gone beyond an unjustifiable point over the years, which is something we love about it.
RTX 5070: This is a great 1440p card and also an entry-level 4K card, if you utilize its DLSS 4. But whether it’s great or not comes down to its price. Since we’re seeing a trend where the prices of new cards are going way beyond their MSRP, the RTX 5070’s price could increase unreasonably higher.
All-in-all, the RTX 4070 is a great card but we believe it has served its purpose and it’s time for an upgrade. So, we recommend you get the RTX 5070 only if its price stops at a similar price tag compared to the RTX 4070. Slightly higher is also fine. But if it exceeds its value, it is better to stick with the RTX 4070.
FAQs
Are the RTX 5070 drivers updated for new games?
RTX 5070’s drivers are up-to-date and it already features DLSS 4 support for Fragpunk and GTA V’s ray-tracing update. Nvidia will keep bringing more updates.
Which GPU is better at handling AI workloads?
The RTX 5070 has enhanced AI tensor cores, with 988 AI TOPS compared to the RTX 4070’s 466 AI TOPS. This makes the RTX 5070 better at handling AI workloads.
Is the RTX 5070 better in Ray Tracing than the RTX 4070?
Yes, the RTX 5070 is better in ray tracing than the RTX 4070, all thanks to its higher 4th-gen RT cores compared to the RTX 4070’s lower 3rd-gen cores.
Which CPUs will bottleneck these GPUs?
For RTX 5070, any CPU that is below AMD Ryzen 9000 or Intel Core Ultra may cause bottlenecks. For 4070, avoid the Ryzen 5 5600, or the 5600X, and the Intel Core i5-12400F.
Which GPU is the best for future proofing?
The RTX 5070 is your best bet for future-proofing because it offers high performance, supports the newer PCIe gen 5.0, and uses DLSS 4 which makes it suitable for 4K.
At Tech4Gamers, I proudly wear the title of Comparisons Specialist. Focused on CPUs and GPUs, I bring forth a wealth of hands-on experience and a keen eye for detail to provide our audience with the latest insights and analyses.
At 2160p resolution, the RTX 5070 Ti performs around 25.4% better than the RTX 5070 and 7.5% better when it comes to productivity benchmarks.
In terms of power efficiency, the RTX 5070 saves around 17% more power than the RTX 5070 Ti because of its lower TDP.
The current price for the RTX 5070 Ti as of March 2025 is around 45% more expensive than that of the RTX 5070 and can even go higher based on its availability
The RTX 5070 Ti performs better than the standard RTX 5070 in terms of both gaming performance and synthetic benchmarks by a large margin; henceforth, it is recommended.
Features
RTX 5070
RTX 5070 Ti
Architecture
Blackwell 2.0
Blackwell 2.0
GPU Codename
GB203-250
GB203-300
Slot Width
Dual-slot
Dual-slot
Release Date
Mar 4, 2025
Feb 20, 2025
Power Connectors
1x 16-pin
1x 16-pin
Shader Cores (CUDA)
6144
8960
TMUs
192
280
ROPs
80
128
Tensor Cores
192
280
RT Cores
48
70
Suggested PSU
600W
700W
Architectural Differences
Process Nodes: Both the RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti are built on Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture, utilizing TSMC’s advanced 5nm process node.
Clock Speeds: The RTX 5070 Ti has a slightly lower boost clock of 2452 MHz compared to the RTX 5070’s 2512 MHz, but both share the same base frequency of 2295 MHz.
VRAM: The RTX 5070 Ti comes with 16GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, while the RTX 5070 comes with 12GB of memory coupled with a 192-bit memory bus.
TDP: The RTX 5070 Ti has a rated TDP of 300W, whereas the RTX 5070 consumes slightly less power with a 250W TDP.
Supported Technologies: Both GPUs feature DLSS 4 multi-frame generation, improved ray tracing cores, neural rendering, and Nvidia Reflex 2.0 for reduced input latency.
After its release, the RTX 5070 has caught attention thanks to its competitive pricing. The big question is whether the RTX 5070 can be more than just a budget-friendly option—can it deliver performance that’s actually worth praising? Let’s dive into how it stacks up in this RTX 5070 vs RTX 5070 Ti comparison.
Gaming Benchmarks – 2160p
NVIDIA claims the RTX 5070 can match flagship-level performance, and gamers are eager to see if that holds up. To test this, we pitted the RTX 5070 against its Ti variant, the RTX 5070 Ti, at max settings and 4K resolution on a test bench with the following specs:
Averaging 34 FPS, the RTX 5070 Ti delivered a massive 41.7% boost over the RTX 5070’s 24 FPS, making it the clear winner for this visually demanding title.
When it comes to 1% lows, the RTX 5070 Ti hit 31 FPS, a huge 55.0% jump over the RTX 5070’s 20 FPS, ensuring smoother gameplay during intense moments.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 (Image by Tech4Gamers)
The RTX 5070 Ti’s 96 FPS average gave it a strong 24.7% lead over the RTX 5070’s 77 FPS, showcasing its ability to handle open-world games with ease.
For 1% lows, the RTX 5070 Ti reached 84 FPS, outperforming the RTX 5070’s 68 FPS by 23.5%, resulting in fewer stutters overall.
Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 (Image by Tech4Gamers)
In Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 5070 Ti pulled ahead with an average of 59 FPS, 20.4% faster than the RTX 5070’s 49 FPS, proving its strength in graphically intensive games.
The 1% lows saw the RTX 5070 Ti drop to 46 FPS, a 17.9% improvement over the RTX 5070’s 39 FPS, offering smoother performance during chaotic gameplay.
Starfield
Starfield (Image by Tech4Gamers)
In Starfield too, the RTX 5070 Ti’s nice framerate of 69 FPS put it 27.8% ahead of the RTX 5070’s 54 FPS, making it the better choice here as well.
In 1% lows, the RTX 5070 Ti held 55 FPS, a 30.9% advantage over the RTX 5070’s 42 FPS, ensuring a more consistent experience in demanding areas.
F1 24
F1 24 (Image by Tech4Gamers)
With an average of 129 FPS, the RTX 5070 Ti took a big 31.6% lead over the RTX 5070’s 98 FPS, making it the top pick for high-speed racing action.
The 1% lows too mirrored this trend, with the RTX 5070 Ti hitting 115 FPS, outperforming the RTX 5070’s 85 FPS by 35.3%, delivering a more stable rate in those minimum frames.
Alan Wake II
Alan Wake II (Image by Tech4Gamers)
The RTX 5070 Ti’s 54 FPS average marked a 31.7% gain over the RTX 5070’s 41 FPS, making it the better option for this visually stunning horror title.
For 1% lows, the RTX 5070 Ti maintained 45 FPS, a 25% improvement over the RTX 5070’s 36 FPS, ensuring much fewer frame drops during tense moments.
Dying Light 2
Dying Light 2 (Image by Tech4Gamers)
The same was seen in Dying Light 2, as the RTX 5070 Ti’s 71 FPS average represented a 34.% jump from the RTX 5070’s inferior 53 FPS.
In 1% lows, the RTX 5070 Ti held 62 FPS, a 26.5% headway over the RTX 5070’s 49 FPS, keeping gameplay fluid during these minor frames.
Returnal
Returnal (Image by Tech4Gamers)
Averaging 87 FPS, the RTX 5070 Ti held a 27.9% lead over the RTX 5070’s 68 FPS, making it the better choice for this fast-paced roguelike shooter.
The 1% lows saw the RTX 5070 Ti reach 63 FPS, a 23.5% advantage over the RTX 5070’s 51 FPS, ensuring a more stable experience throughout.
Productivity Benchmarks
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Premiere Pro (Image by Tech4Gamers)
On Adobe Premiere Pro, the RTX 5070 Ti had a minor lead over the RTX 5070, scoring 13,580 points compared to the RTX 5070’s 13,320 in PugetBench, translating to a slight 2% improvement in video editing tasks.
UL Procyon (AI Image Generation)
UL Procyon (AI Image Generation) (Image by Tech4Gamers)
When it came to AI-powered image generation, the RTX 5070 Ti outperformed its non-Ti counterpart with a score of 3,880, a 32% increase over the RTX 5070’s 2,940 points.
Blender (Barbershop Render)
Blender (Image by Tech4Gamers)
In Blender’s Barbershop benchmark, the RTX 5070 Ti completed the render in just 49 seconds, making it 18.3% faster than the RTX 5070, which took 60 seconds to complete the same task.
GPU
RTX 5070
RTX 5070 Ti
Average FPS
📈 58
📈 74.9
1% Lows
📉 48.8
📉 62.6
Productivity Rating
✏️ 8.4/10
✏️ 9/10
Winner: RTX 5070 Ti
Average Framerate
In our testing across eight games, the RTX 5070 Ti consistently outperformed the RTX 5070 by an average of a decent 25.4%. Black Myth: Wukong showed the most significant lead of 42% out of all, making the RTX 5070 Ti a much more viable option for 4K gaming in demanding titles.
1% Lows
When looking at minimum framerates, the RTX 5070 Ti held a strong advantage, averaging 24.9% higher 1% lows than the RTX 5070. The largest gap was again observed in Black Myth: Wukong, where the RTX 5070 Ti provided a 55% improvement over its non-Ti variant.
Productivity
The RTX 5070 Ti also proved superior in productivity workloads, averaging a 7.5% lead over the RTX 5070. This made it notably better for rendering and AI-based workloads, making the Ti variant a more reliable choice for productivity workloads.
Average Power Consumption
Power Consumption
RTX 5070
RTX 5070 Ti
Idle
12⚡
18⚡
Gaming
229⚡
274⚡
Ray Tracing
254⚡
307⚡
Maximum
257⚡
310⚡
Winner: RTX 5070
It is clear that the RTX 5070 Ti, on average, consumes about 17% more power than the standard RTX 5070 under the same conditions. This difference aligns with the expectations though, as the RTX 5070 has a lower TDP and is notably worse off in terms of performance.
Pricing And Availability
GPU
RTX 5070
RTX 5070 Ti
Price Difference
Launch MSRP
$549
$749
36.43%
Current Price
$756
$1389
44.55%
As with all of NVIDIA’s recent releases, the MSRP is more of a suggestion than a hard rule. Even at its current price, the RTX 5070 comes in at almost 45% cheaper than its Ti variant—and for all the right reasons.
Final Verdict—What We Recommend?
RTX 5070: The RTX 5070 doesn’t quite match NVIDIA’s hype and lags behind cards like the RTX 4070s in raw performance. Of course, it’s a thrifty choice, but its prices have already climbed past its MSRP a week into its release.
RTX 5070 Ti: The Ti variant, however, delivers more promising performance, making it more or less a solid choice for 4K gaming and AI-focused productivity workloads, while its improved ray tracing adds to its appeal in NVIDIA’s new lineup.
While both cards fell short of our expectations, it’s clear the RTX 5070 Ti offers a noticeably better performance edge that the RTX 5070 can’t match, making the Ti variant the far better option in this comparison.
FAQs
Does DLSS performance vary between these two cards?
Both GPUs support DLSS, but the RTX 5070 Ti benefits more from it due to its higher raw performance, allowing for smoother upscaling in demanding games.
Which GPU has better driver support and stability?
Both GPUs have strong driver support, but the RTX 5070 Ti might receive more optimizations over time due to its slightly better hardware.
Is there a major difference in cooling and thermals?
The RTX 5070 runs slightly cooler due to its lower power consumption, while the RTX 5070 Ti may require better cooling under heavy loads.
Which card is better for AI workloads and deep learning?
The RTX 5070 Ti has a slight advantage in AI workloads due to its higher computing power, but the difference isn’t drastic unless you’re running heavy AI applications.
Which GPU is better for ray tracing?
Both GPUs support ray tracing, but the RTX 5070 Ti’s extra performance allows it to handle RT effects more smoothly without as much reliance on DLSS.
At Tech4Gamers, I proudly wear the title of Comparisons Specialist. Focused on CPUs and GPUs, I bring forth a wealth of hands-on experience and a keen eye for detail to provide our audience with the latest insights and analyses.
GeForce RTX 5070
Rated: 8.6/10
GeForce RTX 4070 Super
Rated: 8.4/10
Pros And Cons
GPU
Pros
Cons
RTX 5070
✅ Strong 1440p performance in budget
✅ DLSS 4.0 and AI Features
❌ Multi-frame generation just claims
❌ Small 192-bit 12GB memory
RTX 4070 Super
✅ Superb ray tracing performance
✅ Power efficient design
❌ Current price is too high
❌ Again just 12GB VRAM
Key Takeaways
Our tests reveal that the RTX 5070 performs around 1.5% better than the RTX 4070 Super in 1440p gaming while demonstrating a 2.5% greater efficiency in productivity workloads.
According to our GPU operating efficiency analysis, the RTX 4070 Super is 7.9% more power efficient, while the RTX 5070 demonstrates a 10.0% enhanced thermal performance.
As of March 2025, the RTX 5070 is seldom available for as low as $550, while the RTX 4070 Super costs no less than $935.
We suggest the RTX 5070 for low-cost gaming and productivity workloads if it’s available for $550. However, if your budget allows, you can avail superior options.
Architecture: The RTX 5070 features cutting-edge Blackwell 2.0 architecture, revolutionizing accelerated computing with generative AI. In contrast, the RTX 4070 Super operates on Nvidia’s Ada Lovelace design.
GPU Chip: Nvidia equipped the RTX 5070 with a modern GB205 chip, while the RTX 4070 Super has an AD104 chip. These graphics cards are forged on a 5nm node at TSMC.
VRAM: The RTX 4070 Super features 12GB GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus. In comparison, the RTX 5070 offers 12GB GDDR7 memory, an advanced iteration of GDDR6X, on the same 192-bit interface.
Clock Speed: The RTX 5070 surpasses the RTX 4070 Super by approximately 17.4% in base clock speed; moreover, it holds a slight 1.5% advantage in the boost clock speed.
TDP: The RTX 5070 features a 250W power rating, exceeding the RTX 4070 Super’s 220W TDP by 13.6%. We hope to see at least this percentage improvement in GPU performance.
Advanced Technologies: The RTX 5070 harnesses cutting-edge DLSS 4.0 and Reflex 2.0, delivering unparalleled performance. while the RTX 4070 Super offers DLSS 3.5, enhancing visuals.
Nvidia has launched the RTX 5070 at an MSRP of $549. This pricing is appealing if the card delivers a decent performance gain over its predecessor. To assess the performance enhancement introduced by NVIDIA in the RTX 5070, we have selected the RTX 4070 Super as a criterion for comparison.
Gaming Benchmarks
We find no substantial edge in either graphics card because both GPUs boast nearly identical specs. However, the RTX 5070 stands out with its cutting-edge Blackwell architecture. To gauge the true performance of the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 Super, we rigorously tested them across eight demanding games at 1440p resolution.
Test Bench
The specifications of the gaming system we used for these benchmarks were as follows:
Hogwarts Legacy Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
In our first gameplay of Hogwarts Legacy, the RTX 5070 produced 106 FPS on average, providing a 7 FPS or (7.1%) edge over the RTX 4070 Super, which delivered 99 FPS on average.
The RTX 5070 proved better stability in gameplay, upholding 68 FPS in the lowest 1% performance bracket, (15.2%) ahead of the RTX 4070 Super, which held 59 FPS.
Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
During our Marvel Rivals session, the RTX 5070 surpassed the RTX 4070 Super by 2 FPS, or (2.6%), with an average frame rate of 80 FPS. The latter averaged 78 FPS.
In the worst 1% performance testing, the RTX 5070 unfailingly achieved 54 FPS, surpassing the RTX 4070 Super’s frame rate of 50 FPS by (8.0%).
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Heart of Chornobyl Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
While playing S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl at 1440p, the RTX 4070 Super averaged 58 FPS, exceeding the RTX 5070 (56 FPS) by 3.6%.
The RTX 5070 demonstrated more resilience by holding 49 FPS in the lowest 1% performance. In comparison, the RTX 4070 Super managed only 43 FPS, resulting in a (13.9%) advantage for the RTX 5070.
Starfield
Starfield Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
Our Starfield benchmarks show the RTX 4070 Super at 74 FPS, offering a 4 FPS (5.7%) advantage over the RTX 5070, averaging 70 FPS.
During this gameplay analysis, the RTX 4070 Super maintained a stable 63 FPS in the lowest 1% performance, surpassing the RTX 5070’s 59 FPS by (6.8%).
The Last of Us Part I
The Last of Us Part I Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
With an average of 92 FPS, the RTX 5070 provided a 2 FPS (2.2%) edge over the RTX 4070 Super, which recorded 90 FPS in The Last of Us Part I.
The RTX 5070 provided 80 FPS in the lowest 1% frame rates; similarly, the RTX 4070 Super delivered nearly the same performance, achieving 79 FPS.
Alan Wake 2 – RT
Alan Wake 2 – RT Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
After enabling ray tracing in Alan Wake 2, we saw that the RTX 4070 Super reached 44 FPS, delivering a 4 FPS (10.0%) lead over the RTX 5070’s 40 FPS.
With a steady 38 FPS in the lowest 1% performance, the RTX 4070 Super outperformed the RTX 5070, which achieved 32 FPS. This, the RTX 4070 Super marked a notable (15.8%) gain.
The RTX 4070 Super delivered an average of 62 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 with ray tracing ON, providing a 2 FPS (3.33%) performance gain over the RTX 5070, which achieved 60 FPS.
In Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 4070 Super consistently delivered 50 FPS in the lowest 1%, outperforming the RTX 5070’s 48 FPS by (4.2%).
Dying Light 2 Stay Human – RT
Dying Light 2 Stay Human – RT Benchmarks at 1440p – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
Concluding the benchmarks with Dying Light 2 Stay Human, we saw the RTX 5070 averaging 82 FPS, offering a massive 10 FPS (13.9%) edge over the RTX 4070 Super’s 72 FPS.
The RTX 5070 ensured smooth gameplay by maintaining 70 FPS in the worst 1%. Moreover, it held a (9.4%) edge over the RTX 4070 Super, which managed 64 FPS.
Productivity Benchmarks
After reckoning the performance of the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 Super in games, let us also assess their performance in productivity software as they offer a robust measure of GPU efficiency in professional workloads.
Blender Open Data
Blender Open Data Benchmarks – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
In Blender Open Data benchmarks, the RTX 5070 scored a commanding 6212 and outclassed the RTX 4070 Super’s 6070 score by approximately (2.34%), showcasing its exceptional rendering and computational finesse.
PassMark
PassMark Benchmarks – Image Credits (Tech4Gamers)
The RTX 5070 commits an impressive 31916 points in the PassMark rating, beating the RTX 4070 Super’s 30254 score by roughly (5.5%), showcasing its superior processing prowess.
When we conducted the 3DMark Splatting test, the RTX 5070 executed the operations at a rate of 213 FPS, while the RTX 4070 Super performed at 210 FPS. So, the RTX 5070 offered a (1.43%) edge.
Overall Performance
Stats
GeForce RTX 5070
RTX 4070 Super
Average FPS
📈 73.2
📈 72.1
1% Lows
📉 57.5
📉 57.0
Productivity (Rating)
✏️ 8.2/10
✏️ 8.0/10
Winner: GeForce RTX 5070
Average Frame Rate
We enjoyed the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 Super battle as it was a captivating duel rather than a one-sided victory. The RTX 5070 asserted dominance in four titles, while the RTX 4070 Super answered by leading in the other four games. Assuming the overall average, the RTX 5070 performed 1.5% better.
Low 1% Frame Rate
The low 1% performance trend across the tested games was also the same, with the RTX 5070 leading in some games while the RTX 4070 Super in others. Upon calculating the overall averaged results, we find that the RTX 5070 is 0.9% better than the RTX 4070 Super in the worst 1% performance scenarios.
Productivity Performance
In productivity tests, we see a clear trend. The RTX 5070 unfailingly takes the lead. Though the margin remains narrow, the RTX 4070 Super could not take the lead. The overall productivity results indicate that the RTX 5070 is about 2.5% more promising than the RTX 4070 Super.
Power Efficiency
GPU Power Draw
GeForce RTX 5070 (W)
RTX 4070 Super (W)
Idle
13 ⚡
14 ⚡
Gaming
232 ⚡
215 ⚡
Ray Tracing
251 ⚡
214 ⚡
Maximum
254 ⚡
218 ⚡
Winner: GeForce RTX 4070 Super
Due to the RTX 5070’s 30W or 13.6% higher TDP, we observed a correspondingly expected surge in power consumption across these GPUs. The RTX 5070 consumed 7.9% more energy in our gaming sessions. Regarding performance per watt, the RTX 4070 Super provides 6.3% more FPS per watt.
Thermal Efficiency
GPU Temperature
GeForce RTX 5070 (°C)
GeForce RTX 4070 Super (°C)
Idle
38 🌡️
40 🌡️
Gaming
61 🌡️
67 🌡️
Winner: GeForce RTX 5070
Being a next-gen GPU, the RTX 5070 brags an enhanced cooling mechanism by keeping a 61°C gaming temperature in our tests. In contrast, the RTX 4070 Super had a slightly higher temperature of 67°C. Thus, based on these findings, we conclude that the RTX 5070 is 10.0% more thermally efficient.
Price And Availability
GPU Price
GeForce RTX 5070
RTX 4070 Super
Price Difference
Launch MSRP
💲549
💲599
9.1%
Current Price
💲549
💲935
70.3%
As expected, the RTX 5070 sold out quickly after launch. If restocked at $550, it would be a top-value choice. The RTX 4070 Super is also scarce, with prices exceeding $900. We think that spending that much on the RTX 4070 Super is not wise because you can get better GPUs with a $1000 budget.
What We Recommend?
GeForce RTX 5070: The RTX 5070 is based on Nvidia’s avant-garde Blackwell architecture and excels in 1440p gaming. It excels in thermal management. Though it boasts next-gen Ray Tracing cores, it still fails to surpass predictions, leaving room for upgrades. Further, we expected more from this card.
GeForce RTX 4070 Super: The RTX 4070 Super is a competent graphics card also designed for 1440p gaming. With its superior power efficiency, it not only enhances performance but also reduces running costs. It has better ray tracing capabilities. But it is not available near its MSRP now.
We suggest the RTX 5070 as an excellent budget-friendly GPU at $550. However, above this price, you can get better options (like the new AMD RX 9070 XT). The RTX 4070 Super is also an excellent choice if available around $600.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the major upgrades in the Blackwell architecture?
Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture features 5th-gen Tensor Cores for faster AI, upgraded 4th-gen Ray Tracing Cores for realistic graphics, and increased memory bandwidth.
What is the multi-frame generation, and how does the RTX 5070 use it?
Multi-frame generation uses AI to create extra frames between traditional ones. The RTX 5070, powered by Blackwell architecture, uses its Tensor Cores for this, though its performance is limited.
Does the RTX 4070 Super support multi-frame generation?
No. The multi-frame generation technology debuts with Nvidia’s RTX 5000 series. It is powered by cutting-edge Blackwell architecture and specialized AI cores.
Does the RTX 4070 Super support DLSS 4.0?
The RTX 4070 Super is based on Nvidia’s DLSS 3.5 version. However, we hope that future driver updates may allow some improvements found in DLSS 4.0.
Does the RTX 5070 face overheating issues?
No, throughout our testing, we have not encountered any overheating issues with the RTX 5070. And, we found no reports raising such concerns yet.
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According to an OcUK employee, they sold more than 5,000 units of RX 9070 series GPUs on its first day.
The OcUK employee also stated that more RX 9070 series units will be restocked in the coming weeks.
If you want to grab a unit before someone else does, you should not use PayPal to complete the transaction.
AMD has created a beast of a card with an equally attractive MSRP. The high demand speaks volumes of its greatness. This can be verified by the staff member of one of the prominent retailers in the UK, Overclockers UK. The staff member claims they sold over 5,000 RX 9070 series GPUs on their launch day. The sales numbers are exceedingly impressive if we consider that OcUK is only a regional retailer. Many people are still waiting for the inventory to be restocked to get their hands on one of the two new AMD GPUs.
AMD RX 9070 Series Total Units Sold (Source: OcUK)
Since the demand is still not yet fulfilled as people are waiting for GPUs to be replenished. As per the same OcUK employee, Gibbo, more AMD RX 9070 series cards are booked and will be restocked in the coming weeks. However, the coming shipment will only include cards from ASRock, Sapphire, and PowerColor. Therefore, you have to settle for one of these if you’re really eager to get the card ASAP.
More Cards are Coming (Source: OcUK)
The OcUK staff member provided a cheat code to get your hands on the card before someone completes the purchase. He suggested using your conventional debit and credit cards to make payment for the graphics card when it restocks. Similarly, he advised against the use of PayPal, Finance, or Amazon to complete your purchase. According to him, PayPal takes much longer than the conventional bank card in processing the payment. This ultimately means your order will not be processed right away.
Advice Against PayPal (Source: OcUK)
This is the level of demand you get to witness when a great-value product is thrown into the market. Similarly, what’s more interesting here is that this situation is only at one of the regional retailers in the UK. By now, you can visualize how massive the demand probably is at much larger retailers like Amazon, Micro Center, and Newegg.
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Uncharted 4’s multiplayer mode needs more attention because it is well-crafted and contains all the goods from the story mode.
The multiplayer mode has unique maps not found in the story mode, new weapons, special abilities, and more.
The mechanics have remained the same as in the story mode, so if you enjoyed the story mode, you will love the multiplayer mode.
Uncharted 4 is one of the most renowned games on the PlayStation 4 and is a favorite of many from the franchise. It is loved mainly because of its action-packed gameplay, well-directed story, and likable characters. However, there’s more to this game that many players don’t pay enough attention to: its multiplayer mode.
Story Mode Inspired Multiplayer Experience
Uncharted 4’s multiplayer is one of the best multiplayer modes ever created. When you step into the game, you are immediately immersed in the action, which is very similar to the type of action we see in the story mode.
And considering how well the action in the story mode is crafted, the gameplay in the online mode automatically gets better as the NPCs get replaced with real players who react more realistically.
Gameplay In Uncharted 4 Story Mode (Image By Tech4Gamers)
What I liked the most about the multiplayer mode is that the animations, climbing, shooting, and play styles feel the same as in the story mode. So, those who have loved the story mode will automatically fall in love with the multiplayer mode.
Multiplayer Exclusive Maps
The locations in the multiplayer mode are also interesting. In the story mode, we get a short map of different places, such as the auction hall in Italy, the mountains of Scotland, a market area in Madagascar, and many more.
Moreover, these maps aren’t just a copy of the story mode maps but are entirely new areas inspired by the story mode locations. We get a fresh map experience with these new areas in the multiplayer mode, and they are also crafted to fit the multiplayer gameplay best.
Italy In Uncharted 4 Story Mode (Image By Tech4Gamers)
In every multiplayer mode map, you will find small structures that are climbable from several positions, different hideout spots, and ways to move from one point to another.
Combined with amazing parkour and smooth mechanics, these small things give the player an incredibly immersive experience. I found the Madagascar map the most interesting, mainly because of its vibe and how you can move around.
Special Abilities To Boost The Online Experience
Along with the unique and never-before-seen locations, the multiplayer mode introduces special abilities players can use in matches. These abilities are called mysticals. Some of these elements are the Wrath of El Dorado, the Cintamani Stone, and the Spirit of the Jinn, which were taken from previous games.
It was a great idea to turn these elements from Nathan’s past adventures into special abilities as they serve as a tremendous fun booster in multiplayer mode and are a great way to throw back and pay tribute to the previous games.
Mysticals In Uncharted 4 Multiplayer Mode (Image By Tech4Gamers)
That’s not all; Uncharted 4’s multiplayer also brings another feature: the ability to spawn four different types of sidekicks. These include Sniper, Hunter, Saviour, and Brute. Each sidekick significantly contributes to the match by taking on the opposition team or supporting you and your teammates differently.
Unique Weapons And Play Modes
In addition to special abilities, the multiplayer mode brings players unique weapons. This is more true for throwable weapons. You get smoke bombs, mines, C4s, revive packs, and grenades.
The weapon addition in the guns department is considerable. Still, the throwable weapons are where they take it up a notch as they profoundly affect the offensive and survival strategy in a ranked match.
The play modes are also interesting. You get a large variety; some of the best are King of the Hill, Team Deathmatch, and Bounty Hunter. I like Team Deathmatch the most, but the other modes are also fun.
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Flat Out 2 is one of the most underrated car games ever made.
It’s so unique because of the different play modes it comes with.
It also doesn’t show any weaknesses when it comes to having realistic physics.
The racing genre in video games has always been a fan favorite. Over the decades, we have had hundreds of racing games from different developers. However, some of these games were highly overlooked and could have been the next big thing if they had gotten enough attention. One of those games is FlatOut 2.
Ahead Of Time Physics
FlatOut 2 is one of those games which are all about fun. The game draws a near-perfect line between arcade and simulation by providing excellent drive mechanics and crash physics and combining them with different play modes. These things instantly grabbed my attention when I first discovered this game.
When your car is hit, the damage will not just be some scratches like in other games of the time, but you will see visible dents, shattered window glass, or even the car door being wholly destroyed if you get hit too hard from the side.
Your car also reacts realistically whenever it’s hit by another car. If you drive at a fast speed and some object comes in front of you, causing your car to stop, your driver will fly out of the windshield, which is both realistic and funny at times.
Realistic Physics (Image By Tech4Gamers)
If your car suffers too much damage, it can lose its tires, affecting your driving. Taking too much damage will also cause your car to catch fire and explode, eliminating you from the race.
The driving physics is also pretty decent. It is not very detailed like the other games, but the variety of cars provides a different driving experience. The cars are neither too difficult to drive nor too easy. I rarely easily get used to drifting and driving in car games, but here, I can have fun with driving even when I lose.
Unique Game Modes
What makes this game unique is the different play modes it provides the players. Apart from the regular race mode, you get Derby, Stunt, Event, and Career modes. Out of these modes, my favorite is derby, which is the most chaotic and attention-grabbing.
In this mode, as the name suggests, you are trapped in an arena with up to seven other cars, and the only way to win is to destroy other players’ cars by hitting them and surviving to the end.
The incredible crash physics of the game truly shines in this mode. Even I, someone who has been playing this game for years, am still amazed by how well this game handles all the action.
Derby Mode (Image By Tech4Gamers)
The AI also is pretty decent for a game that came out in 2006 as the AI players/cars will not let you get away quickly even if you tried your best, and will follow you around the derby arena until your perfectly shining car turns into a junkyard car.
The most unique mode that this game brings is the stunt mode. There are twelve different arenas to choose from in this mode, where you must perform various stunts.
But the twist is that you don’t have to perform stunts with your car; you have to drive it to some distance, launch your driver out of the car through the windshield, and perform stunts with him. Some of these stunts had me rage quitting back in the day, but I kept returning because this mode was addictive.
Stunt Mode (Image By Tech4Gamers)
The event mode is very similar to the regular race mode but also different. The race arena is a smaller map with a looped race track in this mode. The laps take less time to complete, and all the cars drive at much faster speeds because of the nature of the track.
Online Support Even In 2025
Lastly, Flat Out 2 has excellent multiplayer support, which works even in 2025. The servers never crash, nor is there too much ping. I still play derby and regular modes with my friends, and the servers work smoothly.
Moreover, the online mode offers unique vehicles like the batmobile and a school bus, each having unique strengths and weaknesses, which takes the fun to new heights.
The game has also recently received workshop support and Steam deck verification, which is surprising considering how old the game is. Moreover, a new FlatOut game, FlatOut VR, has been announced, which makes me enthusiastic that we will get FlatOut 5 in the coming years and hopefully more updates for FlatOut 2 as well.
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Unreal Engine 5’s Lumen and Nanite push gaming graphics to cinematic heights.
Unity’s HDRP and URP offer flexible solutions for both high-end PC and mobile games.
AAA developers choose UE5 for its advanced graphics and cinematic tools.
Indie developers choose Unity for its cross-platform support and affordability.
With the arrival of Unreal Engine 5 and the latest improvements in Unity, the battle between game engines has reached a new level. Both engines offer much support to developers, but their strengths cater to different needs.
If you’re developing an AAA game or an Indie title choosing the right game engine is crucial. So, how do Unreal Engine 5 and Unity stack up against each other?
Graphics and Technology: Nanite and Lumen vs. Unity’s Innovations
Unreal Engine 5 had some issues in the past such as stuttering and lag, but developers were quick to fix these issues. Recently, Unreal Engine 5 has created waves with two amazing features named Nanite and Lumen.
Nanite is a virtualized micro polygon system that allows developers to use film-quality assets with millions of polygons without worrying about performance hits. What this means is hyper-detailed in-game environments with minimal manual optimization.
Lumen on the other hand is a global illumination and reflection system. It reacts in real-time to scene changes without creating anything that feels like a pre-baked solution. Additionally, the new features in Unreal Engine 5 boost performance up to 50% on RTX 4080 at 4k.
Unreal Engine 5 New Version – Image Credits [YouTube]Unity opposed to UE5 has made strides with its High-Definition Render Pipeline and Universal Render Pipeline. These offer flexibility to optimize graphics for high-end consoles as well as mobiles.
Unity’s Real-Time Global Illumination and Ray Tracing bring it close to UE5, but many argue that it has some catching up in terms of raw graphical power.
Developer Preferences: AAA vs. Indie
The choice of game engine for developers boils down to the type of game. When it comes to AAA games Unreal Engine 5 is the go-to choice for developers. Its cutting-edge graphics capabilities and cinematic graphics tools make it ideal for visually appealing and large-scale games.
Need for Speed Most Wanted Using Unreal Engine 5 – Image Credits [Pinterest]Unity remains an all-time favorite among indie developers due to its flexibility and ease of usewith a broader platform support.Unity’s licensing model is also seen as budget-friendly; this allows for small-scale developers to bring their visions to life. Apart from this Unity is also always trying to improve itself with innovations.
Games Showcasing Each Engine
The only way to measure a game engine’s power is to judge the games it produces. Upcoming titles such as Senua’s Saga: Hell Blade 2 and other games with a long playtime of over 40 hours like Black Myth: Wukong showcase how the game engine can handle new-gen games. The recently released demo for The Matrix Awakens also gave players a glimpse of what UE5 can accomplish.
Unity 6 – Image Credits [Steam Community]When it comes toUnity recent standouts such as Genshin Impact demonstrate the game engine’s ability to handle vast open-world environments and complex mechanics. Other than this Indie hits such as Hollow Knight: Silksong highlight how Unity can generate both 2D and 3D experiences.
When it boils down to it there is no real winner between the two game engines each has their strengths and weaknesses. It all depends on the type of game being createdUnreal Engine 5 reigns supreme for studios aiming for realistic environments paired with cinematic storytelling.
WhereasUnity offers amazing flexibility to indie developers and for cross-platform projects. The choice ultimately comes down to whether you prefer cutting-edge graphics and AAA tools or a more adaptable cost-effective solution for creative freedom.
As gaming evolves UE5 and Unity work hand in hand to shape the future of the gaming world one masterpiece at a time. As to which one better there is no clear answer to that.
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Steam bundles allow you to buy only the games you don’t own at a discount without needing to purchase the ones you already have.
Owning a game that is in multiple bundles unlocks cross-bundle discounts, making it cheaper to get related titles.
You can find the best bundle deals by using your wishlist, following developers, and checking third-party sites like SteamDB.
Steam, the dominant platform in PC gaming, hit a record of 18,825 game releases in 2024. If you are a PC gamer, then you likely have a huge Steam library filled with your favorite games, whether bought during sales or on impulse. But have you ever thought about a way to save even more money when buying games?
You might already be familiar with Steam bundles, which offer a great way to save money on games. However, today, I’ll share a hidden trick behind Steam bundles that can help you get even bigger discounts and expand your collection without overspending.
Hidden Trick Behind Steam Bundles
Buying Saleco Lowers All Bundles Prices It’s Part Of
Steam bundles are collections of games grouped based on a similar style, developer, or publisher. These bundles are especially common with indie titles, though big titles are sometimes included as well. When you buy a game bundle, Steam usually offers a small discount, typically around 10%.
At first, this small discount may not seem significant. However, here’s the trick: You don’t have to buy every game in a bundle to get the discount. For example, Someone asked if buying a Steam bundle like the Potato Sack reduces the price for owned games, or does nothing special.
But Steam now subtracts the cost of owned games from bundles, so you don’t have to re-buy them. While this might seem like a small benefit at first, the savings add up quickly, especially when combined with seasonal sales and other discounts.
You can save more if a game is in multiple bundles. Buying one game can unlock discounts across all its bundles. For example, purchasing Saleco, which appears in two different bundles with games like Echo Point Nova, and Mullet Madjack, reduces the price of all bundles it’s part of, making other games cheaper.
Discover Hidden Indie Gems
Steam Bundles Add Big Titles Too
Since Steam bundles are often created based on game styles or developers, they are a great way to discover hidden indie gems. Many gamers have been introduced to fantastic indie titles through bundles that they might not have considered otherwise.
But are Steam bundles only for indie games? No, they aren’t. While indie games make up the majority of bundles, major titles are sometimes included as well.
For instance, right now, there’s a bundle featuring Metaphor: ReFantazio and Persona 5 Royal. If you already own one of these games, you can get the other at a discount. And if both games happen to be on sale, the price is reduced even further.
Moreover, following developer bundles can help you get new releases at a lower price. For example, in Motion Twin’s bundle, owning Dead Cells lets you buy their latest game, Windblown, at a discount. This cross-game discounting is becoming more common, making it a great way to save on new releases.
Major Downsides Of Steam Bundles
Sometimes, you might miss out on discounts simply because you didn’t know a bundle existed. Steam doesn’t have an easy way to track available bundles. Sometimes, a bundle isn’t even listed directly on a game’s store page. Searching “Bundles” on Steam returns thousands of unrelated results, making it hard to find what you need.
But Here’s a simple trick to track bundles and discounts: Add games to your Steam wishlist only if you’re interested in them. When a game becomes part of a bundle, Steam will display the lowest possible price, including the bundle discount.
Additionally, Steam allows developers and publishers to create customized bundles to promote the collection of different games. If you follow your favorite game creators, you’re more likely to catch these deals. Also, keep an eye on Steam sales, like the Summer Sale and Winter Sale, as these events often feature tons of discounted bundles.
Many players also use third-party websites to track bundle deals. Websites like IsThereAnyDeal and SteamDB can help you find games that are part of bundles, ensuring you don’t miss out on any discounts.
So next time you’re thinking about buying a new game, check if it’s part of a bundle first, you might end up getting more than you expected for less than you thought.
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Leaked RTX 5090 and RTX 4090 prototypes revealed a total of 4x 12V-2×6 and 4x 12VHPWR power connectors that could potentially deliver up to a maximum of 2400W.
Higher TDPs along with overpowered circuity are common on development boards as they help engineers fine-tune the GPUs’ behaviour and define thresholds for specific parameters.
This kind of prototype testing is necessary to ensure that the final product doesn’t short-circuit, pose any kind of electrical hazard, and exhibit any sort of abnormal output.
But if you’re reading this, Jensen, sit back and relax, this write-up won’t generate any more negative publicity than you’re already dealing with.
With that said, let’s take a short trip down memory lane.
RTX 5090: Behind The Scenes
When Nvidia unveiled the RTX 5090 with its 575W TDP, it left many of us in awe of its power-hungry design.
But what if I told you that Nvidia built secret in-house prototypes for the RTX 5090 (GB202) that were way more extreme than the end product?
Leaked images from the Chiphell forums reveal that these early development cards featured four 12V-2×6 power connectors, advanced circuitry, and debugging tools.
The monstrosity of 4x 16-pin power connectors on the RTX 5090 and RTX 4090’s bring-up PCBs. (Image Credits – Chiphell)
The same source also revealed bring-up prototype boards for the RTX 4090 (AD102), one of which had as many as 45 power phases mated to four 12VHPWR connectors for the headlining 2400W power delivery threshold.
As someone who’s been following GPU development for years, I can confidently say these prototypes are a fascinating glimpse into Nvidia’s R&D process—and a reminder of how far the company pushes its hardware before releasing it to the public.
Why Did Nvidia Build These Monstrous Prototypes?
The answer lies in Nvidia’s relentless pursuit of innovation.
These prototypes weren’t designed for retail; they were created to test the limits of the new architecture.
By equipping the cards with four power connectors and advanced diagnostic tools, Nvidia could:
Determine Power Thresholds: The 2400W limit wasn’t meant for everyday use but to keep some additional firepower in the inventory for emergencies. That said, I’m pretty sure Nvidia never fed the prototype with 2400W of actual power unless it wanted to recreate Chernobyl.
Ensure Stability: Nvidia needed to ensure there were no malfunctions, abnormal behavior, or electrical hazards under extreme conditions.
Benchmark Performance: These prototypes allowed Nvidia to benchmark performance at power levels far beyond what consumers would ever use, helping them optimize the final product.
In essence, these prototypes were a sandbox for Nvidia’s engineers to push the boundaries of what’s possible with GPU technology.
What Made These Prototypes So Unique?
Why should you believe me when I say that the leaked RTX 5090 prototypes were engineering marvels? Well, for starters, they featured:
Four 12V-2×6 Power Connectors: This setup allowed for unprecedented power delivery, far exceeding the needs of even the most demanding workloads.
Advanced Circuitry: Specialized components ensured stable power distribution and prevented overheating or electrical failures.
Diagnostic Tools: Built-in monitoring systems comprising debugging interfaces, test points, and instrumentation headers provided real-time data on power consumption, temperature, and performance, helping engineers fine-tune the design and correct any anomalies.
These pre-production PCBs feature numerous jumpers to diagnose and reconfigure various parameters. (Image Credits – Chiphell)
These features made the prototypes invaluable for R&D, but they also highlighted the challenges of developing cutting-edge GPUs.
The RTX 5090 and RTX 4090 aren’t the first GPUs from Nvidia to have wild prototypes. The RTX 3090 (GA102) and RTX 3080 (GA104) also had development cards that pushed the limits of power and performance. For instance:
The RTX 3090 prototype used 4x 8-pin multi-connector setups to explore the limits of Nvidia’s Ampere architecture, including overclocking potential and thermal performance.
Similarly, the RTX 3080 had experimental versions with enhanced power delivery systems (up to 3x 8-pin power connectors arranged in tandem), though they were less extreme than their successors.
These prototypes were never meant for consumers, but they played a crucial role in shaping the GPUs we use today.
What Does This Mean For Gamers And Enthusiasts?
While the RTX 5090’s 575W TDP might seem excessive, it’s a far cry from the 2400W monsters Nvidia built in its labs.These prototypes remind us that the GPUs we buy are the result of countless hours of testing, optimization, and innovation.
They also highlight the challenges of balancing performance, power efficiency, and reliability in a market that demands constant improvement. Last but not least, hardcore enthusiasts and overclocking fanatics would be thrilled to get their hands on these experimental prototypes and play around with Liquid Nitrogen cooling setups.
However, I must mention that these development boards usually have limited compatibility which allows them to work with specific, older BIOS versions. Thus, you might encounter some trouble while getting video drivers to work with these custom-built GPUs.
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Story Highlights
The RX 9070 XT is the most impressive AMD card to launch since the RX 580, as AMD played its best cards at the right time: releasing a mid-ranger that can compete with Nvidia’s counterparts for a lower price tag.
Performance figures put the 9070 XT well above the RTX 5070 and marginally trailing the 5070 Ti in rasterization performance.
Supply issues are being seen already, with US stores mostly sold out and UK stores headed toward the same fate.
With the announcement of the RX 9070 and 9070 XT models from AMD, the entire consumer market was collectively hoping for AMD to play their cards right. They got the pricing right, with the RX 9070 model aimed at $550, the same as the RTX 9070. Meanwhile, the 9070 XT comes in at $150 cheaper than the RTX 5070 Ti. All that remained was for AMD’s performance claims to be true, and thankfully, they are. I can now comfortably say that this is AMD’s most impressive GPU since 2017’s RX 580.
The RX 9070 Series
RX 9070 XT
AMD’s flagship RDNA 4 cards include the two models, 9070 and 9070 XT. The architecture involves changes to all areas, including the shaders, Ray Tracing Cores, and AI Accelerators. With this architecture, AMD’s performance figures claimed up to 38% better performance than the $550 RX 7900 GRE. Similarly, the GPU is supposed to output as much as 51% and 26% more FPS than the ($1000) RX 6900 XT and the ($1500) RTX 3090 cards at 4K Ultra.
It all sounded great, and everybody was hoping that AMD would deliver. Well, the benchmarks are out, and the results are very positive.
The Performance
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All the reviews we’ve seen from prominent channels/reviewers have been great. Looking at figures from the folks at Hardware Unboxed, for example, the RX 9070 XT outscored the RTX 5070 by 13.3% at 1440P resolution. Its lead over the RX 7900 GRE is 20.2%, which is not as high as AMD claimed but still quite sizeable, especially given the mere $50 MSRP difference. At 4K, the performance uplift is even more impressive: 32.1% faster than the 7900 GRE and only 1% slower than the RTX 5070 Ti!
Ray tracing numbers have also improved, although overall, Nvidia still reigns supreme in this department. The 9070 XT can’t catch up with the 5070 Ti but is just 2-3% slower than the RTX 5070. This is actually impressive, given that you won’t find the RTX 5070 at the cost price, but you will find the 9070 XT at or close to MSRP. Looking further toward the bright side, there’s a ~26% uplift at 1440P and 4K resolutions over the 7900 XTX!
Hitting Nvidia Where It Hurts And Making It A Big One
AMD Radeon RX 9070
We’ve seen for years that AMD has never had the upper hand over Nvidia in enthusiast-grade GPUs, and ray tracing performance has been even more of a different story. Where AMD has done well for years, though, is the affordable and mid-range market (though the definition of the mid-range market has changed drastically over the years!). We saw this with the RX 580, a card that competed with the GTX 1060 while being cheaper. Similarly, AMD did extremely well with the 5700 XT, a card that beat the RTX 2070 while having a $100 cheaper MSRP.
This was AMD’s next big move in that category, with AMD comprehensively beating the $50 cheaper RTX 5070 and only being marginally slower than the much more expensive RTX 5070 Ti. Not only that, it was a great time for AMD to strike given the range of issues that plagued the recently launched RTX 5000 GPUs: melting power connectors, missing ROPs, and cards not available at even close to MSRP.
Scalpers On The Attack, Unfortunately
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Early leaks alleged that the RX 9070 XT would be in more ready supply than the RTX 5000 cards, and we did see a ton of stock at Overclockers UK, for example. However, the dire situation with Nvidia’s cards meant that even more gamers are looking to move to Team Red. Add scalpers to the mix, and the new AMD cards are in the same turmoil that the RTX Blackwell cards have been facing.
Looking at PCPartPicker (US) and Overclockers UK, we see almost no stock available! A simple search on eBay shows us where these cards ended up. We see RX 9070 XT listings all priced well above $1000, which is already $400 above MSRP! At similar prices, you can actually grab the RTX 5070 Ti (although most of the listings for it are $1300 or more). Thus, this great card is being hampered by supply issues at the hands of scalpers and desperate gamers.
An Excellent Card, More Supply Needed!
Although, ultimately, a good card would be readily available to gamers who need it at a fair price, it isn’t a perfect world out there. Nvidia’s GPUs are facing the same issues, which itself was a contributing factor to AMD’s shortage. In any case, we’re hoping for things to improve. For that, we need better monitoring of marketplaces, bot detection systems, and limits on the number of cards a single customer can purchase.
In the meantime, you should be on the lookout for new stock and sign up for any waiting lists available for the new card.
